Qatar Airways introduces ultra-fast, complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi on Cape Town–Doha flights starting 1 June 2025, marking another milestone in its 20-year presence in South Africa and broader connectivity investment across the continent.
South African Airways confirms a major cyber incident affecting its systems, with digital forensic investigations underway and core operations restored. SAA assures customers of swift containment, regulatory compliance, and continued service reliability.
Ethiopian Airlines leads African aviation with a modern fleet, expansive network, and award-winning service. South African Airways is making a strong comeback with new aircraft and strategic reforms.
Ethiopian Aviation University celebrates the graduation of 974 students in the aviation and hospitality fields, marking a significant milestone in building skilled professionals across Africa and reinforcing Ethiopian Airlines’ leadership in aviation training.
Ascend Airways has operated the first direct flight between the UK and Sierra Leone in over a decade, restoring a vital air link with a new London Gatwick–Freetown route and supporting connectivity, tourism, and economic ties.
Dynon Avionics and Trig Avionics announce a strategic merger, bringing the European and U.S. avionics leaders together to expand innovation, product offerings, and global support for the general aviation community.
Enabel and Brussels Airlines have signed a partnership agreement to strengthen international cooperation in Africa, promoting knowledge exchange, sustainable tourism, vocational training, and biodiversity conservation initiatives.
The AFRAA Q3 2024 Air Transport Report reveals global airline recovery and rising African airline performance. With passenger growth, improving connectivity, and strategic airport hubs, Africa’s aviation sector is poised for long-term expansion despite infrastructure and regulatory challenges.
Ethiopian Airlines has partnered with Bucher to supply advanced galley systems for its new Boeing 777-9 fleet. Announced at AIX Hamburg, the collaboration focuses on enhancing cabin functionality and passenger comfort through innovative interior solutions.
Kenya Airways becomes the first airline in Sub-Saharan Africa to launch NDC content through the Amadeus Travel Platform. This strategic move enhances the airline’s retailing capabilities and offers travel sellers improved access to personalised offers and dynamic content.
FlyAngola has expanded its service from Windhoek to Angola, offering six weekly flights to Benguela, Luanda, and Lubango. The expansion is part of the Air Connect Namibia initiative to boost tourism, trade, and investment.
Airlink has earned IATA’s IEnvA environmental certification, affirming its commitment to sustainability and wildlife protection, including compliance with the Buckingham Palace Declaration to combat illegal wildlife trade.
Embraer and Kenya Airways have signed an agreement under the ECIP programme to optimise inventory management and reduce operational costs for the airline’s E190 fleet, strengthening their long-term partnership.
Ethiopian Airlines has signed an MoU with Safran for Z400 economy class seats on eight Boeing 777-9 aircraft. The partnership supports enhanced passenger comfort, inflight entertainment, and sustainable fleet expansion.
Fastjet Zimbabwe, on 09 April 2025, successfully operated the inaugural Harare to Lusaka flight, connecting these vibrant cities with a thrice weekly flight available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Fastjet deployed a 50-seater Embraer ERJ145 aircraft for this service. The aircraft type is known to provide the versatility to build a sustainable regional network with the…
Qatar Airways nears completion of its Boeing 777 Starlink WiFi rollout and will soon begin equipping Airbus A350 aircraft, including those flying to Durban and Cape Town, with high-speed inflight connectivity.
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South Africa’s Portfolio Committees on Trade, Industry and Competition, and Transport are considering a parliamentary inquiry into anti-competitive behaviour in the low-cost airline industry, focusing on overbookings, overpricing, and market dominance post-Covid.
An interministerial meeting chaired by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko outlined strategic reforms to revitalise Air Senegal SA and AIBD SA. The plan includes debt clearance, audits, infrastructure upgrades, and new aviation policies aligned with Vision Senegal 2050.
Uganda Airlines will launch direct flights from Entebbe to London Gatwick on 18 May 2025, marking its first European route. The new service includes four weekly flights and benefits both passenger and cargo operations.
Flight demand is increasing across international, regional, and domestic routes in South Africa. With SAA expanding its African network, Airlink launching new routes, and international carriers boosting connectivity, the aviation sector is experiencing remarkable growth post-pandemic.
Namibia’s new government has announced plans to revive Air Namibia, four years after its liquidation. The move forms part of a broader aviation strategy, including airport upgrades and feasibility studies across the country.
A growing number of global airlines are banning or restricting power banks due to safety concerns over lithium-ion batteries. While African carriers have not yet followed suit, industry experts predict similar policies may be adopted soon to align with international safety standards.
SalamAir has launched its inaugural flight from Muscat to Nairobi, strengthening connectivity between Oman and Kenya. This new direct route enhances travel, trade, and tourism opportunities, supporting Oman Vision 2040.
Ethiopian Airlines expands its charter service with the addition of a Boeing 737-800 Business Jet, offering VIP and small group travellers luxurious, secure, and flexible air travel across Africa and beyond.
Airlink will launch direct flights between Cape Town and Gaborone on 01 April 2025, offering convenient connections for business and leisure travellers across Southern Africa and beyond.
Airlink is expanding its regional network with additional flights to Nairobi and Lusaka from 30 March 2025. The enhanced schedules offer greater convenience and connectivity for business and leisure travellers via Johannesburg.
Ethiopian Airlines and Etihad Airways have launched a strategic joint venture and new flight services between Addis Ababa and Abu Dhabi, enhancing connectivity across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Ethiopian flights begin on 15 July, with Etihad services starting on 1 October 2025.
